Syed Abdullah

About Syed Abdullah

As a Fulbright Scholar and President of the Cornell Public Affairs Society, I lead efforts to represent and empower Master of Public Administration (MPA) students through advocacy, event organization, and collaboration with faculty and administration. Our team fosters cross-cultural engagement, professional development, and inclusive governance within the Cornell community.With over seven years of experience in public administration, I bring expertise in governance, regulatory enforcement, and policy implementation. Currently supporting sustainability initiatives with the City of Ithaca\'s Department of Planning and Development, I focus on the new flood maps revised by FEMA and their integration with the City\'s code. My mission lies in advancing equitable policies and innovative urban solutions through collaboration and leadership.

Experience

1. Fulbright Fellow

   The Fulbright Program

   Aug 2024 — Present · US

   Selected as a Fulbright Scholar by the U.S. Department of State for graduate study in public administration. As part of the globally competitive and prestigious Fulbright Foreign Student Program, I represent Pakistan in advancing cross-cultural exchange, academic excellence, and public service leadership.• Pursuing an MPA at the Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy with a focus on governance, policy implementation, and urban planning.• Engaged in leadership development, global citizenship dialogue, and international cooperation on pressing global issues including migration, climate adaptation, and inclusive governance.• Represented Pakistan at academic panels, intercultural forums, and student leadership initiatives.• Committed to returning with actionable insights to strengthen public institutions and social development in Pakistan.

Education

• Knowledge Co-Creation Program (KCCP)

  Certificate , National and Regional Development Policy

• National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)

  Bachelor's degree, Public Administration

  2011 — 2015

• Pakistan Provincial Services Academy (PPSA)

  Pre-Service Training, Public Administration

• Cornell University

  Master's degree, Public Administration